The New World

The Two Matts

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Join The New World's Matt Kelly and Matt d'Ancona plus occasional guests for weekly chat on politics and media with a side of cultural stuff. A podcast in the spirit of the award-winning New World newspaper - irreverent, witty, surprising, argumentative ... and annoying all the right people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Priti vacant and Cummings' goings 21.02.2020

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for a trawl through the Brexit depths ...  This week the pair tackle Priti Patel's gaffes and recap how it is going for Dominic Cummings' 'freaks and weirdos'. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reshuffle chaos, Keir quiz and PJ Masks 14.02.2020

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey once again tackle a week of Brexit news.  The pair investigate Michael Gove's mixed messages, learn more about Labour hopeful Keir Starmer and ponder why kids' TV keeps popping up in British politics. And, of course, a Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hacklash for Number 10 and Labour's peace plan 07.02.2020

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to offer some respite form Brexit Britain.  This week the pair delve deeper in to the row between journalists and Downing Street, look back at Brexit Day and ponder letting Labour's members have the nuke codes. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A flag waving, Farage baiting, Brexit Day special 31.01.2020

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to offer some light on a dark day for Remainer snowflakes.  The pair discuss banning the European flag, Nigel Farage's latest nonsense and ask 'what has the EU ever done for us?' And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nandy on the rise, Boris Q&A and plans for January 31 24.01.2020

Richard Porritt, Jono Read and Steve Anglesey tackle the week on Planet Brexit. The team talk Labour, Boris Johnson's shampoo and your plans for the big day ...  And, of course, they crown another Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's wrong with Big Ben bing bong, ping pong? 17.01.2020

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to the murky waters of Brexit Britain. This week the pair scratch their heads over Brexiteers' obsession with bells, Dominic Cummings and the nail-biting Labour leadership race.     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What now for Remain? 10.01.2020

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to delve into the murky waters of Brexit.  This week they are joined by New European editor Jasper Copping to discuss what happens now to the Remain cause.  And, of course, they crown another Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coping mechanisms and ungracious winners 20.12.2019

Join Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey on the funniest Brexit podcast to discuss ways of coping with the election result. Plus: Is Rebecca Long-Bailey really the best Labour can do? And should you have mashed potatoes with your Christmas lunch? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

General Election Nightmare Special: Caught Beneath A Landslide 13.12.2019

Join Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey as they analyse Labour's catastrophic defeat, Boris Johnson's big victory and the end of Jo Swinson and ask: What happens next for Brexit and Remain? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stuttering Lib Dems, Struggling Labour and staggering Tories 06.12.2019

Richard Porritt is joined by Mia Jankowicz and Jono Read for another dip in the murky pool of Brexit. The trio investigate what has gone wrong for Labour and pick apart Boris Johnson's pledges for his first 100 days. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boris Johnson visits the New European office! 29.11.2019

Richard Porritt meets the prime minister and Steve Anglesey reads the polls in another edition of the funniest Brexit podcast. Plus: The worst Brexiteers of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debates, dolphins and dubious claims 22.11.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to analyse another week of Brexity electiony news. The pair flick through the manifestos, give their lowdown on the debate and, of course, crown another Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Labour wipe out and soggy Tories 15.11.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to poke fun at another week of Brexit election chaos. The pair chat about Boris Johnson's response to the floods, predictions of a Labour collapse and, of course, crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Campaign cock-up and magic money trees 08.11.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey delve into the Brexit election - aka the nightmare before Christmas. This week they discuss disastrous starts for both Labour and the Tories and crown another Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And they're off ... but how can Remain win? 01.11.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another deep dive into the dustbin of Brexit. The pair discuss what would be classed as a victory for Remain on December 12 and whether the PM might even lose his seat. And, of course, there is a Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Still all to play for in Brexit battle ... 25.10.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey continue their desperate quest to make some sense of Brexit. This week the pair are joined by former New European editor Matt Kelly to discuss the ways Boris Johnson might finally get a general election. And, as always, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brexit endgame or the beginning of the fightback? 17.10.2019

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return to try to make sense of another crazy week in British Politics. The team discuss Saturday’s March and whether the PM can get his deal done. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talks falter and another Wile E Cummings' Acme plot fails 11.10.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to round up another bonkers week in Brexit. The pair discuss the faltering talks and ask if anything can now be done to get a deal. And, as usual, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Podcast Live II: Special Episode 07.10.2019

Podcast regulars Steve Anglesey and Richard Porritt are joined by special guests including The New European columnists Bonnie Greer and James Ball in front of a live audience as they talk all things Brexit in a special episode recorded at Podcast Live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boris Johnson's Brexit conference and EU says 'non' 04.10.2019

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return to tackle another crazy week on Planet Brexit. The team discuss Boris Johnson's conference speech and his plan to tempt the EU into a deal. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Labour screwed, Tories screwed ... we're all screwed 27.09.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to round up another chaotic week in British politics. The pair review Labour conference and discuss a charged night of debate in the House of Commons. And, as usual, there is another Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cameron comes clean and Corbyn clobbered 20.09.2019

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return for another week of Brexit mayhem.  The team dissect David Cameron's autobiography, look back at Lib Dem conference and forward to Labour's jolly by the sea. And, of course, a Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yellowhammered, court showdowns and Brexit conspiracy theories 13.09.2019

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return for yet more Brexit fun.  The trio ponder the Yellowhammer documents, explore whether the PM could end up behind bars and settle the age-old argument 'gilet or body warmer?'  And, as always, there is a new Brexiteer of the Week.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Purges, defeats and Dilyn the dog's shame at new owner's steaming mess 06.09.2019

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another deep dive into the putrid pool of British politics. The pair argue over whether it was a good week for Remain and get under the skin of Dominic Cummings.  And, as usual, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PM goes prorogue and Geri says 'farewell' 30.08.2019

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and - for the very last time - Geri Scott delve in to the ever-more murky world of Brexit. The gang despair at the prime minister's planned shut down of parliament and Geri celebrates her final podcast before pastures new. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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